Examines the design and facilitation of English Language Arts curricula and instruction for students in grades 5–12. Explores how to engage students with culturally diverse backgrounds in meaningful learning; what methods best connect English Language Arts to students' lives and the real world; how to determine the best ways to teach and assess literacy, critical and creative thinking skills, and collaborative skills; how to teach in a holistic manner that considers trauma and socioemotional learning; and how to implement routines and procedures that support effective classroom management. Includes the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Gateway Task II; students must receive a passing evaluation for the Gateway Task II to be eligible for the student teaching practicum.